Abutment
Abutment noun - A masonry support that touches and directly receives thrust or pressure of an arch or bridge.
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Synonyms for Abutment
Back and abutment are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Back" instead a noun "Abutment".
Nearby Word: abutted
Back
Back noun - A behind part or surface.
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